When the sun gets hotter and the nights get longer, there’s just no place quite like the beach. Smelling the salt in the air and hearing the waves crash onto the beach can provide a sense of tranquility and peace that is unmatched.
If you have been tossing around the idea of heading to the beach this summer but haven’t quite been sold yet, here’s a few reasons you should consider.
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Sunshine State of Mind
The benefits of going on a vacation are clear, but there are actually some health benefits you may not have thought of when planning your next vacation. When it comes to the beach there’s quite a bit of physical and mental health that can be improved while enjoying those sunny shores. First, sunshine is an excellent source of vitamin D.
Did you know that adequate amounts of vitamin D assists your body in its immune support and helps your lung and cardiovascular health? Just make sure you lather on sunscreen before you begin soaking up any rays!
Soothing Waters & Sands
Swimming in the ocean can provide you with some vitamins and minerals such as sodium, calcium, and magnesium, all of which our bodies need on a daily basis. The salt water is not only good for your body to absorb minerals but also helps soothe your skin too. Not to mention the sand you’ll be walking on is a natural exfoliant that can help soften your feet.
No need to pack your expensive foot exfoliants for this trip!
Enhanced Exercise
The beach is a great place to get your heart rate up too. Instead of heading to the gym to walk or run on the treadmill, run along the beach instead. Pushing your feet against the sand which will move underneath you actually makes you burn more calories due to the more difficult terrain compared to a flat, steady surface.
Stress Relief
Most individuals go on vacation to ease the stress of work and everyday life for a few days or weeks. Have you ever noticed in a spa they tend to use the soothing sounds of ocean waves to induce relaxation? Well, while on vacation at the beach, those sounds can be heard 24/7. Not only does the sound that the beach has lessen your stress but also the ability to live life at a slower pace will quickly put your mind at ease.
After vacationing to the beach, it’s common for visitors to consider making it their new place of residence. However, some prefer to remain more inland but would appreciate a shorter drive to the beach. If this sounds more like you, checking out Columbia houses for sale may be exactly what you’ve been looking for.
Infographic Provided by Beach Rental Company, VayK Gear
